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US Grants 30-Day Window for Russian Oil Deliveries to India Amid Iran Conflict

The license also allows vessels carrying the cargoes to take on bunkers at ports and other maritime services.

6 Mar 2026

S&B Poll Result: High Competition in Key Ports Seen as Biggest Threat to Bunker Margins

Ship & Bunker readers say intense competition in major bunkering hubs is the main factor expected to pressure margins this year.

6 Mar 2026

Oil Rebounds As Disruptions Due To U.S./Iran War Take Effect

Meanwhile, Washington voted to let Operation Epic Fury continue indefinitely.

5 Mar 2026

EUA Price Drop Offsets Surging Bunker Prices for Intra-EU Shipping

While bunker prices have jumped by almost 50% since the start of the year, the combined cost of bunkers and EU-ETS compliance has gained less than 20%.

5 Mar 2026

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report 2026: Week 9

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from February 26– March 4, 2026.

5 Mar 2026

Consultancy Firm Kickster Launches FuelEU Compliance Marketplace

Kickster says the digital platform aims to simplify FuelEU Maritime compliance pooling and improve market transparency.

5 Mar 2026

INTERTANKO and OCIMF Warn of Complex Operating Conditions for Seafarers in Middle East

Tanker groups urge industry to prioritise seafarer safety and rely on verified information when making operational decisions.

5 Mar 2026

87 Maritime Firms Call for IMO Net-Zero Framework Adoption in 2026

The companies warn that delays and policy uncertainty could weaken investment momentum in shipping decarbonisation.

5 Mar 2026

Anemoi and LR Call for Alignment on Wind Propulsion Performance Verification

Anemoi says accurate measurement of WAPS fuel savings is key to giving shipowners and operators confidence in the technology.

5 Mar 2026

What Skills Do You Need to Be a Successful Bunker Trader Today?

As a recruitment specialist in these changing times I am often asked how the skill set of traders is evolving, writes Vernon Jayanathan.

5 Mar 2026

Oil Flat As Fears Of Forever War Clash With Hope Of Early End To Iran Conflict

But pundits are still predicting $100 oil if the war continues.

4 Mar 2026

Container Ship Abandoned in Strait of Hormuz After Attack Causes Engine Fire

The boxship came under attack about two nautical miles north of Oman at 11:09 AM UTC on Wednesday.

4 Mar 2026

Cosco Halts New Bookings for Middle East Ports Amid Iran Conflict

The Chinese shipping company has joined other carriers in suspending bookings to Middle East ports.

4 Mar 2026

Minor Damage Reported to Tanker After New Attack Near Fujairah

The tanker heard a loud explosion and debris from an unknown projectile was found on its deck about 10 nautical miles east of Fujairah at 10:30 PM UTC.

4 Mar 2026

Minerva Sues Norvic Maritime Holdings and Related Companies Over Alleged Unpaid Bunker Debt

The case is over an alleged unpaid debt of $230,040.26 relating to the supply of about 500 mt of VLSFO to the M/V Alexandris, a source tells Ship & Bunker.

4 Mar 2026

UKMTO Reports Two New Middle East Ship Attacks Overnight

These were the sixth and seventh ship attacks reported in the region since US and Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday.

4 Mar 2026

US Government to Provide Insurance for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump announced the decision in a social media post on Tuesday, adding that the US Navy may also provide escorts through the strait.

3 Mar 2026

Oil Rally Capped As Trump Vows Safe Passage Of Hormuz Tankers

But the main question of how long the war will last remains unanswered.

3 Mar 2026

LNG Price Spike Not Yet Sufficient to Drive Switch to Conventional Bunkers

Shipowners would be looking for an LNG premium of 15-20% to MGO before switching back to oil, a market source tells Ship & Bunker.

3 Mar 2026

Middle East Conflict: Impact So Far for Shipping & Bunkering

After three days of the conflict in the Middle East following strikes on Iran, uncertainty is increasing on what comes next.

3 Mar 2026